Utilizing Solar Energy to Power Our Off Grid Small Business and Homestead

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I have wanted an electric chainsaw for a few years now, and when I was asked by my wife and son what I wanted for Father’s Day, I went with the Oregon CS1500. The Oregon electric plugin chainsaw was one of the few chainsaws left out there that doesn’t use batteries. I did not want … Continue reading Bucking Challenge: Electric v. Gas

Money… it seems to be the main driving force that built civilization. It also seems to be what people are most worried about. The phrase “death by a thousand cuts,” describes many people’s financial burdens by over extending credit, which our society in America has made all too easy to do. However, the phrase can … Continue reading Saving Money on Your Electric Bill with DIY Plumbing.

When picking out an appliance, a person in an off grid home is constantly asking, "Does this appliance have a phantom load?" A phantom load is an appliance that draws power when it isn’t being used and even when it is turned off. For example, your old VCR that had the clock display that flashed … Continue reading Phantoms of the Home

So what is all the hype about the Tesla Powerwall? Is it really anything new or just a redesign of what is already out there? Is it new technology or just new packaging? Let’s take a fresh look at the Tesla Powerwall specs… Telsa 10 kw Powerwall Lithium-ion Quantity 1 10 kilowatts of stored power … Continue reading A realistic look at the Tesla Powerwall